The hotel industry is suffering mightily from staff shortages, changing how they operate. You could get a discount forgoing housekeeping services, or be charged for it. Clark explains the owner / operator problem and what you should expect from brand name hotels moving forward. Also, the insidious cloak of mystery is about to be lifted from medical costs. 20% of our nation’s economy is eaten up by healthcare costs - by far the highest in the world. You’re on the hook for deductibles and copays. But information is power. Learn where we are now with non-emergency healthcare price disclosures.

Hotel Staffing Shortages: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Healthcare Cost Disclosures: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4


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